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The transformative power of education
Besides being a university rooted in academic excellence, as an employer, Unisa is a stimulating work environment that promotes lifelong learning and personal development. Employees who thrive in these areas, like Nomfundo Fortunate Mazibuko, constantly climb the ranks. Read more
From adversity to advocacy
Zainab Slarmie is a Unisa graduate who exemplifies the power of determination, resilience and optimism. Despite facing numerous obstacles, she inspires others through her motivational speaking, advocacy work and dedication to education. Her resilient spirit is a reminder that anything is possible with perseverance and positivity. Read more
Teamwork triumphs: Unisans celebrate Multilingualism Awards victory
Unisa's College of Human Sciences' Language Projects Team were the biggest winners at the 2024 PanSALB Multilingualism Awards, scooping four awards. Read more
Unisa collaborates with DIRCO to host IORA Day
Unisa's College of Economic and Management Sciences, in partnership with the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, hosted a significant commemoration of the Indian Ocean Rim Association. The event underscores the critical need for sustainable ocean management, greatly emphasising its importance in ensuring food security, fostering economic activities and sustaining livelihoods. Read more
Unisa Western Cape hosts dynamic first-year information sessions
The events, presented at the Cape Town Campus and George Regional Centre, were tailored to provide first-time registered students with pertinent information relating to all the services offered to them by the campus and regional centre. Read more
TikTok sensation thanks Unisa for enabling access to higher education for the marginalised
As an African university committed to shaping futures in the service of humanity and redressing societal imbalances, Unisa has, for decades, made access to education possible for all. Its open-distance eLearning modality addresses geographical mobility, while its affordable tuition fees have allowed previously disadvantaged people to gain access to a university system for generations. @TheAccountingGirl shares how she got access to study for a BCom Accounting Sciences degree at Unisa. Read more
Unisa alumnus shaping futures in the service of humanity
Growing up under poverty-stricken conditions in an overcrowded two-room shack in the rural village of Libotlwane, Makapanstad, without electricity, Unisa alumnus Kgaugelo Baloyi rose above adversity to open his law firm. Today, like a faithful steward of Unisa values, he spearheads an initiative that provides Unisa graduates with work opportunities. Read more
Inhlanyelo Hub gears up to celebrate inaugural success of Drone Divas
Inhlanyelo Hub is set to unveil the triumphs of its groundbreaking inaugural Drone Divas programme at the exclusive certification ceremony. Brace yourself for a whirlwind of innovation, empowerment and barrier-breaking moments that redefine the future of drone technology. Read more
Farming community inspires Unisa student to pursue education in agriculture
Agriculture is an integral component of the development of Africa and has been a vital tool for economic growth and the alleviation of poverty in many communities. Unisa student, Simlindile Ndatsha, was raised in a farming community, which inspired him to pursue agricultural education with the aim of investing back in his community. He is currently doing his PhD in Agriculture. Read more
Unisa engineering students design mobility solutions for retirement home
As Unisa's 150-year celebrations continue, a group of mechanical engineering students at the university's College of Science, Engineering and Technology designed two wheelchairs and donated them to a retirement facility to aid residents in much-welcomed independent mobility. Read more